Two ships were distressed in waters of Quang Tri Province, central northern Vietnam, South China sea, on Oct 8 in heavy storm, says a news report in the Maritime Bulletin.
What happened?
At least two ships were distressed in waters of Quang Tri Province, central northern Vietnam, South China sea, on Oct 8 in heavy storm.
Cargo ship THANH THANH DAT 55 reported flooded engine room in the afternoon Oct 8, she sank off Cua Viet beach, understood all 11 crew rescued.
Dredger VIETSHIP 01 was pushed aground in the same area, 1 crew reached the shore, 11 crew were still on board as of morning Oct 9.
Details of the vessels
General cargo ship THANH THANH DAT 55, IMO 9354600, dwt 1959, built 2006, flag Vietnam, manager Thanh Thanh Dat Co. Ltd.
Dredger VIETSHIP 01, displacement 1185, built 2002, flag Vietnam, owner Vietship JSC.
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Source: Maritime Bulletin
